1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z3 | Cowley |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 275 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |